Equipment Associate - ROS

1001 United Rentals (N A), Inc; Lake Charles (LA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Parental Leave

Health Insurance

Employee Discount Program

Career Development & Promotional Oppt.

Paid Sick Leave

Early Wage Access

Job summary

United Rentals, Inc. is seeking a Portable Sanitation Equipment Associate to support the Lake Charles operations. You will help ensure all units leave the yard rent-ready, safe, and in line with company standards while backing the onsite team.

The role emphasizes safety, routine equipment checks, loading/unloading, minor repairs, and opportunities for career progression within the Driver and Service Technician programs. A high school diploma and a valid driver’s license are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Ability to follow safety guidelines and procedures.
• Basic knowledge of yard equipment and loading/unloading trucks.
• Experience is a plus but training is provided.

Responsibilities

• Follow safety guidelines and procedures.
• Perform routine checks on portable sanitation equipment to ensure safety and operability.
• General facility maintenance and minor repairs.
• Load and unload units, with forklift as needed.
• Maintain inventory and ensure units are rent ready.
• Keep shop and yard clean and organized.

Skills

Customer service

Safety awareness

Verbal communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalency

Tools

Forklift

Job description

Great company. Great people. Great opportunities. If you'd like the chance to make your mark with the world's largest equipment rental provider, come build your future with United Rentals! Reliable Onsite Services, a division of United Rentals, the largest equipment rental company in the world, is offering an excellent opportunity for a portable sanitation Equipment Associate ready to grow their career with the leading company in the industry. Our goal is to make sure that all equipment leaving the yard is rent ready and meets our standards for quality.

Flexible schedule - some weekend and after hours work may be required as business conditions dictate, especially during the busy season. Excellence in this challenging and rewarding position paves the way for advancement opportunities into our Driver and Service Technician development programs.

What you'll do:

• Follow all safety guidelines and procedures
• Perform routine checks on portable sanitation equipment to ensure it is safe and in good working order without damage, which may include inspecting, washing, repairing, and/or storing
• General facility maintenance and minor repairs
• Loading and unloading of units, either manually or with forklift as required
• Use of drill, rivet tool and other hand tools as needed
• Ensures supplies are onsite and organized
• Ensure trucks are accurately loaded for the next day with all units cleaned and repaired to standards
• Set-up/maintain yard in clean, organized manner
• Maintain inventory spaces, communicate accurate counts to Dispatch
• Quality check on all units and equipment, verifying rent ready status prior to loading
• Excellent housekeeping of shop, yard and facility
• Maintain professional demeanor and appearance at all times
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements:

• High School Diploma or equivalency
• A valid driver's license
• Diligent attention to safety
• General knowledge of yard equipment and the loading/unloading of trucks
• Industry experience is a plus, but not required (training is provided on products & services)
• Superior customer service and positive attitude
• Excellent verbal communication skills
• Ability to frequently lift items up to 45 lbs
• Ability to work effectively in all weather conditions

Why join us?

We don't just "talk the talk!" We're an award-winning company (recently named a Glassdoor Best Place to Work in 2026) that truly cares about our people - That's why we offer best-in-class benefits and perks that will support you and your family. In addition to our health and financial plans, we also offer:

• Paid Parental Leave
• United Compassion Fund
• Employee Discount Program
• Career Development & Promotional Opportunities
• Additional Vacation Buy Up Program (US Only)
• Early Wage Access through Payactiv (US Hourly Only)
• Paid Sick Leave
• An inclusive and welcoming culture
• Explore our comprehensive U.S. benefit offerings

For Canadian benefits, click here

United Rentals, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and makes employment decisions regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, citizenship status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or any other status protected by law.

If you need a reasonable accommodation at any point of the application process, please email [e-mail] for assistance.

At United Rentals, we proudly hire active duty members, veterans, reservists, and their families. The values that define your service - leadership-discipline, integrity, and teamwork - are the same values that drive our success. With many veterans already part of our team, we're ready to help you transition into a rewarding career.

United Rentals consists of a wide variety of roles with different duties and responsibilities. The actual pay rate offered to candidates varies depending upon a wide range of factors including specific position, location, education, training, experience, skills, and ability.

Founded in 1997, United Rentals is the largest equipment rental company in the world, with an integrated network of rental locations in North America, Europe, Australia and New Zealand. In North America, the company operates in 49 states, every Canadian province and Puerto Rico.